REC-000570

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2002–2008 Honda Accord Euro

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Honda Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 28 March 2011

Defect

Prolonged high under-bonnet temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely and may cause the hose to crack and leak power steering fluid.

Hazard

Power steering fluid leaking onto a hot exhaust may generate smoke and a burning smell, and could potentially result in an under-bonnet fire.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by mail. Owners are advised to contact their authorised Honda Dealership to have the power steering feed hose replaced with an improved component.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Honda Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000570

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